Accounting Consultant - Financial Control

CNA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA is seeking an Accounting Consultant to join the Financial Control team in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on SOX compliance, internal controls, and risk mitigation within a dynamic environment.

You will collaborate with business partners, design and implement controls, and coordinate with external auditors to strengthen financial processes and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or business required; Master's degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of accounting, finance, or risk management experience with progressively increasing levels of responsibility.
• Knowledge of GAAP, Statutory and other complex accounting principles; experience in Insurance industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business partners on financial control requirements, risk mitigation, and control design.
• Independently assess control gaps, deficiencies, and emerging risks, including root cause analysis, impact assessment, and remediation plans.
• Partner with process owners to design practical, sustainable controls that keep pace with business changes and system implementations.
• Lead coordination with CNA’s external auditors.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, or improve financial controls and related processes.
• Lead special projects, risk assessments, and cross-functional initiatives requiring strong judgment, organization, and communication.

Skills

SOX responsibilities

Internal control frameworks

Audit methodologies

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Optro

Job description

## Accounting Consultant - Financial ControlApplylocations: Chicago, IL, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-7798You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. CNA is seeking an Accounting Consultant to join the Financial Control team. The Financial Control team within the Corporate Finance Department is comprised of risk management experts who collaborate with business leaders to establish and manage internal controls over financial reporting while educating the company on financial risk. We consult, advise, and provide governance for the control activities of the Company. This role will have broad exposure to the organization and develop a deep understanding of their supported business areas to ensure key business activities, initiatives, and processes are effectively controlled. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with a strong analytical mindset and a high degree of accountability for maintaining an effective financial control environment. This individual will partner across the organization to support SOX compliance, strengthen internal controls, identify and mitigate risk, and drive continuous process improvement. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, sound professional judgment, and a passion for enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of financial processes and controls.**JOB DESCRIPTION:****Essential Duties & Responsibilities*** Serve as a trusted advisor to business partners on financial control requirements, risk mitigation, and control design.* Independently assess control gaps, deficiencies, and emerging risks, including root cause analysis, impact assessment, and recommended remediation plans.* Partner with process owners to design practical, sustainable controls that keep pace with business changes, system implementations, and evolving risk.* Lead coordination with CNA’s external auditors.* Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, or improve financial controls and related processes.* Lead special projects, risk assessments, and cross-functional initiatives requiring strong judgment, organization, and communication.**Reporting Relationship**Director or above**Skills, Knowledge & Abilities*** Expertise and experience with SOX responsibilities, internal control frameworks and audit methodologies* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects effectively.* Knowledge of GAAP, Statutory and other complex accounting principles including technical expertise in multiple functional areas; experience in Insurance industry preferred.* Proven communication, interpersonal and presentation skills to work effectively among all levels of internal/external business partners.* Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and lead in a fast-paced dynamic workforce* Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software systems; experience in Optro preferred.* Ability to lead and develop staff members and drive a culture of learning and development.**Education & Experience*** Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or business, or equivalent; Master's degree preferred.* 5 to 7 years of accounting, finance, or risk management experience with progressively increasing levels of responsibility.*In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut,* *Illinois*, *Maryland,* *Massachusetts*, *New York and Washington,* *the national base pay range for this job level is $72,000 to $141,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.* CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page. CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]